Food & Beverage Manager - Vista, United States - Cal-a-Vie Health Spa

Cal-a-Vie Health Spa

Verified Company

Vista, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Cal-a-Vie Health Spa is a world-renowned award-winning luxury spa resort unlike any other.

An exquisite oasis sheltered from the rush and competition of daily life, Cal-a-Vie Health Spa resembles a serene French village.

Nestled away on 200 private acres in Northern San Diego County, our guests enjoy the lush, tranquil hillsides filled with beautiful vineyards and lavender fields, natural canyons and habitat.

We are close to the communities of Vista, Bonsall, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Escondido, Temecula, and Murrieta.

POSITION PURPOSEE**The Food and Beverage Manager oversees dining services at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa. This includes hiring, training, and directly supervising a large team of servers and shift leads. This role will work in conjunction with the Executive Chef to plan, implement, and monitor departmental budgets. The Food and Beverage Manager plans, organizes, and executes special events deliverables for weddings, private birthday parties, and anniversary celebrations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Manage service in all assigned food and beverage areas and events
Maintain detailed and accurate records of events and groups
Ensure effective implementation of orientation and training for new staff and professional development activities for experienced staff
Monitor employee payroll records to minimize overtime, ensure accuracy, and keep labor costs within budget
Ensure all standard operating procedures for the front of the house staff are followed
Evaluate and supervises performance; carry out disciplinary action as needed in
Ensure all legal requirements are consistently followed including, but not limited to, federal and state wage/hour laws and local food safety and alcohol sale/consumption regulations
Ensure that new staff receive the appropriate safety instructions and training; establishes and enforces all safety policies and procedures including OSHA regulations; ensures proof/documentation of training is captured and maintained in employees' personnel files
Ensure the department is in compliance with the company's uniform requirements and standards
Monitor purchasing and receiving procedures to ensure proper quantity, quality, and price
Review and learn new techniques for food preparation and presentation to maximize guest satisfaction and minimize food costs
Consult daily with the Executive Chef to ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction
Greet guests and routinely oversee actual service
Create detailed BEO's to ensure all areas of food and beverage is successfully executed
Communicate and collaborate effectively with other departments to ensure sufficient staffing levels for all events; assign, monitor, and oversee execution and completion of staff responsibilities
Audit and approve weekly payroll with the Executive Chef
Establish and maintain professional business relations with vendors
Perform periodic inventory of China, glass, and silverware
Completes other tasks and projects as assigned by the Executive Chef

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts degree preferred; San Diego County Food Handler - Manager Certification

Knowledge:
Food and beverage cost controls and operating procedures; accounting; menu design; marketing and promotions; wine, spirits, and bar operations; POS systems; team building, training, and maintenance

Experience:
Ten (10) years as a Food and Beverage Manager OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; five (5) years in a fine dining atmosphere

Skills/Abilities:

High level of assessment skills;
ability to deal with the public and assist with media events on /off property; highly driven and innovative; must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills; impeccable follow-up skills; ability to plan, and design menus; ability to draft and follow budget; ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, contracts, and procedure manuals; ability to get along with co-workers and work as a team; must be able to work in a high stress environment and maintain positive energy in the department; ability to react quickly to resolve problems or conflict.

Availability:
Able to work any day of the week, any shift, and long hours when necessary (including weekends and holidays and on-call)